Have you ever noticed a friend's bad breath while conversing with them? It's possible their breath wasn't the result of too much garlic at lunch, but rather something more serious. When you have a condition called perio breath, problems with your gums may contribute to bad odors in your mouth. Here's how gum disease and bad breath are connected and what you can do to prevent both of these oral issues. Symptoms of Gum Disease Gum disease typically stems from poor oral hygiene,

If you're like a lot of people, you've probably had a cavity or two in your lifetime. Among adults between the ages of 20 and 44, 31.6% had untreated cavities between 2013 and 2016, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Though they are preventable, cavities are still very common. You can get cavities on any part of your tooth and on any one of your teeth — even your wisdom teeth (if you have them). Here's what you need to know about a wisdom tooth cavity